PJ’s Coffee Opens Applications for 10th Annual Veteran Franchise License Giveaway
PJ's Coffee awards one franchise license to a veteran annually.
QSR Magazine is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1970. 2,188 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Huey Magoo's has opened its fifth location in Missouri, marking the brand's 95th location nationwide [[2026-11-02 Huey Magoo’s Comes to Springfield, Missouri (ca0f64)]]. * QSR Magazine's Best Brands to Work For in 2026 features Chick-fil-A, Playa Bowls, Sbarro, and Jason's Deli, highlighting their investments in employee education, financial security, and career growth [[2026-11-02 QSR’s Best Brands to Work For in 2026 (4df98b)]]. * Great American Cookies introduces a new Snickerdoodle Twix Stuffed Cookie, featuring a Snickerdoodle cookie stuffed with two Mini Twix bars, available through Dec. 31 [[2026-11-02 Great American Cookies Introduces New Snickerdoodle Twix Stuffed Cookie (96affa)]]. * Smalls Sliders has signed a 3-unit development agreement with Keystone Management Group to bring the brand to Northwest Indiana [[2026-11-02 Smalls Sliders Signs 3-Unit Deal in Northwest Indiana (23c177)]]. * Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has promoted Lindsey Kochanski to Vice President of Marketing, where she will oversee the Brand Team and advance the company's marketing strategy [[2026-11-02 Freddy’s Promotes Lindsey Kochanski to VP of Marketing (26d6a2)]]. * Paris Baguette awarded 32 franchise agreements and opened 15 locations in the third quarter, with 119 agreements and 53 new locations year to date [[2026-11-02 Paris Baguette Saw Growth Momentum Continue in Third Quarter (ebc782)]]. * Chicken Salad Chick has surpassed 350 restaurants across 27 states, with over 100 franchise units awarded this year [[2026-11-02 Chicken Salad Chick Surpasses 350 Restaurants (6ec302)]]. * Burger King has reclaimed the No. 2 spot in the U.S. burger category with 8.4 percent sales growth [[2026-10-29 Burger King Reclaims No. 2 Spot in U.S. Burger Category and Plans to Keep It Tha (f31e44)]].
PJ's Coffee awards one franchise license to a veteran annually.
Nick the Greek surpasses 100 locations with 18.2 percent sales growth
Bubbakoo’s Burritos, the award-winning Mexican-fusion concept, is opening its newest location in Cary, NC, on Monday, July 13.

Starbird is strengthening its leadership team by naming Jonathan Zacks as vice president of marketing.
MilkShake Factory, the neighborhood dessert destination known for its handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates, is officially making its Orlando debut with the opening of its first Central Florida location.
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced the opening of its first restaurant in Minnesota, which will expand the brand’s footprint to 24 states.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, the fast-growing, island-inspired brand known for its Hawaiian plate lunch, has announced the continued growth of its franchise footprint through an eight-unit development deal for the greater

This summer, Baskin-Robbins is stacking the menu with more OREO goodness than ever before.
Jax Johnson, the owner of the first and only Goodcents franchise in Texas, recently earned the location its second consecutive “Best of Katy” award for 2025 and 2026, recognizing excellence in both Catering and Sandwich Shop categories.
HTeaO, he nation’s leading iced tea franchise, announces the grand opening of its new location in Altus on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream, the iconic restaurant concept rooted in nostalgia and celebrations, has signed a new multi-unit franchise agreement with BB3 Hospitality Co.
Cue the confetti… and the doughnuts! Krispy Kreme and its fans will celebrate the brand’s 89th birthday on Friday, July 17 by sharing 89-cent hot, fresh and iconic Original Glazed dozens.
Other fast casual brands are simply hoping for a good quarter.

Dunkin' partners with Parke to release a new Refresher and apparel collection.
Jason’s Deli is accepting nominations through July 27 for its new Community Partners Wish List Giveback to fulfill the Amazon wish lists of 50 deserving teachers, each valued at up to $500, helping provide essential supp

Gong cha, the world’s leading bubble tea brand with nearly 2,200 locations in 32 international markets, is giving guests a delicious new way to cool down this summer with the launch of its NEW Bobaccinos.
QDOBA offers BOGO deal for 2 days to rewards members.
Domino's appoints two new board members, Michael Creedon and Anneliese Olson.

Wellness doesn’t have to mean sacrifice, and it definitely shouldn’t mean settling when it comes to flavor.

The Shirley Temple has always been more than just a drink—it’s a sip of nostalgia.
On the holiday that celebrates the food that made it famous, Portillo’s announced it will open a new restaurant location in the heart of Wrigleyville, further doubling down on its commitment to serving its hometown.

Fresh Kitchen (FK), the healthy, fast, Modern-American bowl concept, has announced two additions to its leadership team: William “Bill” Knopf as SVP, Head of Operations and Matt Livingston as Chief Development Officer.

The modern QSR guest expects everything at once: personalization, speed, convenience, consistency.
Commercial real estate development veteran Rob Barse has joined Glow Brands, a 7 Brew franchisee, as its director of development.